Why is the passing score for Subject 2 set at 80 points?

[StLeo]

Subject 2 has a full score of 100 points, with evaluation criteria set for failing, deducting 20 points, deducting 10 points, and deducting 5 points. The test is considered passed if the following conditions are met: ① For applicants of large buses, tractors, city buses, medium-sized buses, and large trucks, a score of 90 or above is required; ② For other types of driving licenses, a score of 80 or above is required. The test items for small vehicles (C1, C2) include five mandatory items: reversing into a garage, parallel parking, stopping and starting on a slope (canceled for C2), turning at a right angle, and driving through curves (commonly known as S-curves). Some regions also include a sixth item: highway toll card collection. The test items for large vehicles (A1, A2, A3, B1, B2) include: pole test, stopping and starting on a slope, parallel parking, passing a single-plank bridge, driving through curves, turning at a right angle, passing a width-restricted gate, passing continuous obstacles, driving on undulating roads, making a U-turn on a narrow road, as well as simulated scenarios such as highways, continuous sharp turns on mountain roads, tunnels, rain (fog) conditions, slippery roads, and emergency handling. Candidates who fail the Subject 2 test on the first attempt are allowed one retest. If the retest is not taken or is failed, the test process ends, and the applicant must reschedule the test after ten days. Within the validity period of the driving skill test permit, the number of scheduled tests for Subject 2 and Subject 3 (road driving skills) must not exceed five. If the fifth scheduled test is still failed, the results of other previously passed subjects will be invalidated.

[MadelineLee]

I think the 80-point passing score for Subject 2 is mainly to ensure basic safety, not to demand perfection. As an experienced person who often helps friends practice driving, I've noticed that test items like reverse parking and parallel parking require precise control. An 80-point pass means students can qualify as long as they master these key skills—in real driving, even a small mistake can lead to major accidents. The 80-point threshold is set just right: not too high to overwhelm beginners and cause them to fail, nor too low to allow unsafe drivers on the road. Traffic authorities have studied years of accident data and found this score to be the balance point—ensuring safety without overly restricting learner access. My advice: focus on practicing details during training, but don’t chase perfection; passing is enough.

[LoganLynn]

As a novice who just passed the second driving test, I think the 80-point passing score is reasonable. I scored 82 points at the time. During training, the instructor explained that each test item carries a certain weight—for example, reversing and starting must be passed. But the 80-point threshold allows room for mistakes—nervousness is inevitable when learning to drive, and setting a higher score would cause many to fail repeatedly and lose confidence; too low would be unsafe. This standard makes learning easier, allowing everyone to focus on mastering core operations. After passing the second test, moving on to the third road test feels more natural. Driving isn’t just about passing exams—it requires accumulating real-world experience to improve safety.

[SanLillian]

As a parent with a child learning to drive, I think an 80% passing score is quite appropriate. The test assesses safety skills like parking and lane changing, where 80% indicates the student can control the vehicle well enough to avoid collisions—setting the bar too high might cause anxiety in young learners, while too low risks overlooking dangers. Traffic regulations are designed this way based on data to reduce accident rates among beginners while encouraging repeated practice. Learning to drive is a process; passing the second test isn't the end goal—the key is developing cautious habits for safer road performance.